Gordon of Ghost City
Gordon of Ghost City

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Gordon of Ghost City

1933
Movie
220 min
English

A cowboy is hired to track down a gang of rustlers, but gets involved with a beautiful girl trying to run her grandfather's gold mine and other outlaws who are trying to stop her.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Colbert C. HamiltonGenres: Western

Plot Summary

When a ruthless outlaw gang takes over a ghost town, a righteous lawman named Gordon arrives to bring them to justice. He must navigate treacherous saloons and dusty streets to restore order. Facing betrayal and danger at every turn, Gordon's resolve is tested as he fights for the innocent and the future of the town.

Critical Reception

Gordon of Ghost City is a standard, albeit somewhat formulaic, Western from the early 1930s, noted for its typical genre elements and a performance by Tim McCoy. While it didn't garner significant critical acclaim, it provided straightforward entertainment for audiences of the era who enjoyed Westerns.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable but serviceable Western adventure.

  • Tim McCoy delivers a solid performance as the heroic lawman.

  • The film features classic Western tropes that appeal to genre fans.

Google audience: Audience reception for this early Western is not readily available through modern aggregated review platforms.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for featuring veteran actor William Farnum in one of his later roles, continuing his long career in Westerns and historical dramas.

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